The final iteration of the existing PPC II will commence in May 2023 and run until the end of July 2023 (inclusive of examinations).
This year’s PPC II will be delivered in partial on-site and online. All tutorials/workshops will be delivered onsite and lectures will be delivered in a blended format via eLectures and some onsite in person interactive sessions.
PPC II 2023 consists of compulsory modules and three elective modules. It is a full-time course so you will need to be available during the week, Monday to Friday, between 9:00am and 6:00pm (or 8:00pm depending on your elective choices).
Attendance on core subjects will be strictly monitored and it is your responsibility to attend your allotted tutorial and lecture group.
Start Date: Monday 22 May 2023
End Date: Thursday 27 July 2023 (including exams)
Course downloads and key information
Click on the links below to access key information for your PPC II course. Please check back regularly for updates.
Timetable and forms
The PPC II will be delivered on-site and online. The timetable will be subject to change
iCalendar
The PPC II 2023 iCal - available to download Mid April
For the duration of the PPC II trainees will have access to an iCalendar which, once downloaded, will update your Outlook and/or iCalendar. Updates to the timetable will be pushed out automatically.
Core Subjects
(Professional Responsibility / Civil Advocacy / Employment Law / Shrink Me)
Electives
Tutorial Group Information
Core tutorial group information will be available to download 1 week prior to the commencement of the course. Please note: only trainees with a "REGISTERED" status will be appointed a tutorial group (if you have not registered fully, you will not receive this information until your status changes)
If you have any queries in relation to your application - please contact the Traineeship section.
Students will be allocated one tutorial number for core subjects (as listed above) only and each chosen elective will be allocated a a separate tutorial group number.
Stream Requests
Unfortunately, we cannot take stream requests due to the nature of the PPC II course. Your attendance time will depend on your elective choices so it is not possible to allocate people to a specific start and/or finish time.
Credit Application
Applications for a credit must be made in writing no later than end of March 2023. Further updates will be provided in due course.
The activity for which you are claiming a credit must be completed before the commencement of PPC II. Please note that the activity for which you apply for a credit will preclude you from choosing the corresponding elective. For example, the Diploma in Commercial Conveyancing would preclude you from choosing Commercial Conveyancing or the Diploma in Intellectual Property and Information Technology Law would preclude you from choosing Technology & Intellectual Property Law.
If you are unsure of your choices, please contact Lynda Sheane.
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Conditions of admittance to PPC II
Can I attend PPC II even if I haven't completed the 11 months training period?
You will need to make an application to the Education Committee to include:
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The reason for your absence. Please also ensure that anticipated or actual absences should be brought to the attention of the training executive at the earliest opportunity.
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A description of the work experience gained during pre and post PPC I time in the office.
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Confirmation whether or not you were working in a solicitor’s office before the PPC I and if so for how long
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An undertaking from you to confirm that you will complete any time that has been missed from the two year period of in-office training.
Your application should be accompanied by a letter from your training solicitor explaining:
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The time you have spent in the office between the PPC I and the PPC II
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The time you have spent in the office pre PPC I
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The experience you have gained in the office (including both pre and post PPC I experience) with particular reference to the Blocks of Experience contained in the Indenture Deed
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Whether or not your training solicitor supports your application.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
PPC II Registration
The PPC II Registration Form (Form 6) and a Guide to completing this form will be emailed to your Training Solicitor at the end of February 2021. PPC II Registration will take place online. The deadline to register for the PPCII is Thursday 9th March 2023. The Form 6 along with a confirmation of payment of fees must be emailed to the Traineeship Section no later than Thursday 9 March 2023 to complete the registration process.
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Fees, Grants and Salaries
You do not have to have gained experience in all of the blocks before you can commence PPCII, as long as your training solicitor has provided you with experience in some of the blocks it is fine
What is the deadline for payment of fees and how much are the fees?
The PPC II course fees for 2023 are €4500. Course fees must be paid by the date allocated to you for registration.
I received a grant on the PPC I – how much should I pay towards my fees on the PPC II?
For example, if you were awarded the Post Graduate Fee Contribution of €2,000 then SUSI will send us the remainder of your grant €666.66. The balance of €3833.34 is therefore payable at registration. If you were awarded the Post Graduate Tuition Fees of €6,270 then we are due to receive the remainder of your grant €2,090 from SUSI. The balance of €2410.00 is therefore payable at registration.
I haven’t received approval for a grant for the PPC II - will I still get a grant?
If you did receive a grant for PPC I and you successfully renewed your application then you can expect to receive the balance of your grant for the PPC II. If you are in receipt of a grant you only need to pay the balance of your PPCII fees after taking into account the expected grant payment. The amount payable by SUSI depends on what type of grant you are in receipt of.
If you are unclear about your grant status for PPC II, please contact SUSI without delay.
I did not receive a grant for PPC I – can I apply for a grant for PPC II?
If you were ineligible or your application for a grant for PPC I was refused then you can still apply for a grant for PPC II. Please contact SUSI and provide them with details as to why you are applying now i.e. change of circumstances. There are no guarantees that your application will be approved.
My training solicitor refuses to pay me while I am on the course
Under the National Minimum Wage Act, trainees must be paid while attending this course.
Does my training solicitor have to pay my fees?
No, unless you have an agreement to the contrary.
Should I have gained experience in all of the blocks before I can commence PPC II?
You do not have to have gained experience in all of the blocks before you can commence PPC II, as long as your training solicitor has provided you with experience in some of the blocks it is fine.
Completing Form 6
How many days can I be absent from the office?
Statutory holidays plus sick leave not exceeding 10 days. If you have been out of the office on sick leave for an extended period we will require medical certificates.
What is my Indenture commencement date?
This is the date you commenced training with your training solicitor post PPC I. This date is 14 days after the last exam on PPC I. The official commencement date for all trainees who attended the 2021 PPCI is TBC
Does my Secondment Solicitor have to sign the Form 6?
No. The Form 6 needs to be completed by your training solicitor, as you were still indentured to them while on secondment.
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